Senior Platform Engineer

Who we are:

Raft (https://TeamRaft.com) is a customer-obsessed non-traditional small business with a purposeful focus on Distributed Data Systems, Platforms at Scale, and Complex Application Development, with headquarters in McLean, VA. Our range of clients includes innovative federal and public agencies leveraging design thinking, cutting-edge tech stack, and cloud-native ecosystem. We build digital solutions that impact the lives of millions of Americans.

We’re looking for an experienced Senior Platform Engineer to support our customers and join our passionate team of high-impact problem solvers.

About the role:

The Senior Platform Engineer has substantial experience with hybrid-infrastructure developer platforms. You will have a strong background in cloud-based infrastructure, DevSecOps practices, software development, proficient in deploying Kubernetes and automating platform management. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining scalable and secure platforms that support our mission-critical applications. We’re looking for a candidate that is adept in developing platform APIs and is comfortable hosting containerized applications.

What we are looking for:

• 4+ years of deep experience with Kubernetes 
  
• Proficiency with cloud infrastructure such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud 
  
• 4+ years of experience with modern programming languages 
  
• Design, develop, and maintain cloud-based platforms using modern technologies and best practices.
  
• Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines to automate the deployment and scaling of applications.
  
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and implement platform requirements.
  
• Ensure the security and compliance of the platform by implementing robust security measures and conducting regular audits.
  
• Monitor and optimize the performance of the platform to ensure high availability and reliability.
  
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers.
  
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues related to the platform.
  
• Mastery in containerizing applications using Docker 
  
• Experience with agile methodologies 
  
• Actively participate in team demos
• Able to obtain a Security+ certification within 90 days of employment with Raft

Highly preferred: 

• In-depth experience with relational and non-relational databases 
• Experience: 7+ years of experience in platform engineering, cloud infrastructure, or a related field
• Education: Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline
• Technical Skills:
  
  • Proficiency in cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
  • Strong experience w/ containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes
  • Expertise in infrastructure as code tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation
  • Solid understanding of DevSecOps practices and tools, including Jenkins, GitLab CI, or similar
  • Experience with monitoring and logging tools like Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack, or similar
  • Strong scripting skills in languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell

Clearance Requirements:

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility

Work Type: 

• Remote (Local to San Antonio, TX preferred)
• May require up to 15% travel

Salary Range:

• $110,000 - $180,000 
• The determination of compensation is predicated upon a candidate's comprehensive experience, demonstrated skill, and proven abilities

What we will offer you:

• Highly competitive salary
• Fully covered healthcare, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) and company match
• Take as you need PTO + 11 paid holidays
• Education & training benefits
• Annual budget for your tech/gadgets needs
• Monthly box of yummy snacks to eat while doing meaningful work
• Remote, hybrid, and flexible work options
• Team off-site in fun places!
• Generous Referral Bonuses
• And More!

Our Vision Statement: 

We bridge the gap between humans and data through radical transparency and our obsession with the mission. 

Our Customer Obsession: 

We will approach every deliverable like it's a product. We will adopt a customer-obsessed mentality. As we grow, and our footprint becomes larger, teams and employees will treat each other not only as teammates but customers. We must live the customer-obsessed mindset, always. This will help us scale and it will translate to the interactions that our Rafters have with their clients and other product teams that they integrate with. Our culture will enable our success and set us apart from other companies.

How do we get there? 

Public-sector modernization is critical for us to live in a better world. We, at Raft, want to innovate and solve complex problems. And, if we are successful, our generation and the ones that follow us will live in a delightful, efficient, and accessible world where out-of-box thinking, and collaboration is a norm. 

Raft’s core philosophy is Ubuntu: I Am, Because We are. We support our “nadi” by elevating the other Rafters. We work as a hyper collaborative team where each team member brings a unique perspective, adding value that did not exist before. People make Raft special. We celebrate each other and our cognitive and cultural diversity. We are devoted to our practice of innovation and collaboration.